EG215416 - Biomedical Scientist (Trainee/New Registrant)

NHS Scotland; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health board in Scotland seeks a Trainee Biomedical Scientist for the Pathology Laboratory at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary. This role is a great opportunity for recent graduates to develop their skills while contributing to essential health services. Applicants must hold a BSc Hons in Biomedical Science and have less than 12 months HCPC registration. Experience in an NHS diagnostic laboratory is preferred.

Qualifications

• BSc Hons in Biomedical Science.
• Currently registered or working towards registration with the HCPC as a Biomedical Scientist.
• Previous experience in an NHS diagnostic laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Make a significant contribution to the Pathology Laboratory.
• Undertake a post registration training programme to complete their Specialist Portfolio in Cellular Pathology.
• Possess excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Job description

Overview

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Biomedical Scientist (Trainee/New Registrant)

Applications are invited for the post of Biomedical Scientist (Trainee/ New Registrant) within the department of Pathology at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary. This post represents an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic individual to make a significant contribution to the Pathology Laboratory. The Department provides a full and comprehensive Histopathology and Cytopathology service to the population of Grampian, Orkney and Shetland.

Requirements

Applicants must have a BSc Hons in Biomedical Science.

The post holder must be currently registered or working towards registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Biomedical Scientist. If registered with the HCPC, the post holder will undertake a post registration training programme to complete their Specialist Portfolio in Cellular Pathology.

As this is a training post, we will only shortlist candidates with less than 12-month HCPC registration.

Experience and Skills

Applicants should have previous experience of working in an NHS diagnostic laboratory environment and must possess excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills. Other essential skills are accuracy and attention to detail as well as having the ability to work as part of a team.

Enquiries

Informal enquiries should be made to Wendy Leaper on 01224 552858; [e-mail]

Additional Information For Candidates

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About NHS Grampian

NHS Grampian forms one of the fourteen regional health boards of NHS Scotland and is responsible for providing health and social care services to a population of over 500,000 people living in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire and Moray. As a board we strive to ensure the environment is conducive to nurturing a positive culture, supported and delivered through our NHS and Social Care values.